Chapter 125

"Is this the mysterious animation shop these adventurers are talking about?"

Outside the gate of Tili Tili, a young man with red hair stood, a compassionate expression on his face as he looked at the animation shop in front of him.

This man is none other than the Night Hero of Mondstadt, also known as the strange adult that Klee mentioned—someone who struggles to laugh or find amusement in others. He is the owner of **Dawn Winery**, the version given by **Angel's Aunt**!

A former member of the **Knights of Favonius**, he is now simply an amateur. **Diluc**, along with **Guoba**, has seen his fair share of battles, and his strength makes him one of the most formidable individuals in Mondstadt, second only to **Kaeya** and **Jean**. Yet, Diluc still feels his power is too weak.

"Wait, I just returned from abroad," Diluc thought to himself. "I received a letter from my housekeeper telling me about a mysterious Liyue businessman who opened a shop in Mondstadt using Fontaine technology."

The letter spoke of a magical ability known as "animation." Not only was watching anime entertaining, but it also gave people the opportunity to gain their own powers from the animated worlds. The shop offered props, skills, and even god-like abilities! It was said that **Amber**, the Outrider, had received a powerful **Dozen**.

Diluc's eyes gleamed as he stood before the shop. "I hope that I can also find what I am looking for here."

Those familiar with Diluc know he hides a secret. He is not only the boss of the largest winery in Mondstadt but also the chief of the Mondstadt Chamber of Commerce. He has controlled half of Mondstadt's wine industry, and even the taverns and money flow in the city are under his control.

He is, in essence, the "king" of Mondstadt's economic world.

However, even such a powerful figure has his struggles. Behind his success lies a series of unexpected events.

"Welcome."

**Takumi** did not raise his head and simply called out in his usual manner, greeting his customer.

"Hello, Boss Takumi. May I ask about your anime selection?" Diluc inquired, his tone polite but curious.

Takumi raised his head, his eyes widening as he recognized the visitor. "Oh, my old acquaintance. Isn't this **Master Diluc**? The hero of Mondstadt, the 'Dark Knight,' or **Diluc** the owner of **Dawn Winery**?"

Although players often compared **Diluc** with **Xiangling** and her crispy rice in the game, the **real Diluc** in Teyvat was far more complicated. Takumi knew better than to underestimate the man standing before him.

"Ah, it's **Master Diluc**! Welcome. I didn't expect the Night Hero of Mondstadt to visit my little shop. What brings you here?" Takumi said, welcoming Diluc with a smile.

Diluc frowned slightly at Takumi's words. "How does this Liyue businessman know about my true identity?"

Diluc's departure from the **Knights of Favonius** was a result of his father's death at the hands of **Urzah**, the dragon. The shadowy figure behind it all was none other than the **Fool's Executive, Doctor**. The doctor's involvement in his father's death pushed Diluc to leave the Knights, traveling across Teyvat to seek revenge on the **Fools**.

Though Diluc had gained considerable strength since then, the Fools had only grown stronger. Now, he found himself seeking even more power.

"Boss Takumi, do you know me?" Diluc asked, still slightly surprised that the Liyue shopkeeper knew of his underground identity.

"Of course, Mr. Diluc," Takumi replied. "You're one of the famous figures of Mondstadt, always part of the famous five. How could I not know you?"

Diluc raised an eyebrow. "Oh?"

"You're well-known to adventurers. Before I traveled to Teyvat, I used to draw cards in the game, and I could never forget you. You were a part of the initial card pool!" Takumi laughed. "And speaking of cards, I even got the lovely **Qiqi** after many attempts!"

Diluc couldn't help but chuckle at Takumi's candidness, though his thoughts turned elsewhere as he realized the source of the powers in the shop. "I've traveled through the Seven Nations of Teyvat for so long, but I've never heard of Fontaine technology that does this. Could this really be divine power? Could this man be the incarnation of the God of Contracts, **Morax**?"

At that moment, somewhere else in **Liyue**, **Zhongli**, who was shopping at the store, sneezed repeatedly. It was clear his thoughts were being felt across the continent, as he too pondered the implications of this new technology.

Turning back to Diluc, Takumi continued, "As for our anime selection, we have several genres to choose from. Right now, we have the popular adventure anime 'Naruto' and 'New Girl.'"

"There are also music-themed anime like 'Light Tone Girl' and 'Love Live!' And if you're looking for fantasy, we have titles like 'Little God Soldier' and 'Digimon.'"

Takumi handed over a poster for each anime series. "Feel free to take a look at the posters. If something catches your eye, you can pay first, and then head upstairs to watch it."